Senior Registered NurseNHS

Job summary

Senior Registered Nurse

Sue Ryder, Wheatfileds Hospice,

Grove Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AE

37.5 hours per week

£18.81 - 19.29 per hour (dependant on experience)

Plus 30% enhancement for nights and weekends and continuation of NHS Pension

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.

We are there when it matters.

Main duties of the job

About the role

In palliative care no day is the same. Working on our inpatient unit provides a unique opportunity because we care for patients with such a variety of conditions and symptoms. If youd like to develop your knowledge of many different conditions and the impact this has on patients and their families a role in palliative care with Sue Ryder is for you.

Job description

About the role

In palliative care no day is the same. Working on our inpatient unit provides a unique opportunity because we care for patients with such a variety of conditions and symptoms. If youd like to develop your knowledge of many different conditions and the impact this has on patients and their families a role in palliative care with Sue Ryder is for you.

Our senior nurses play an indispensable role in providing compassionate, holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Their work extends far beyond medical tasks, encompassing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support for both patients and their families.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced nurse who wants to work in a supportive environment where care of the patients comes first.

Our senior nurses work on a rotational shift pattern, including early shifts, late shifts, long days, nights, and weekends. As this role supports a 24/7 service, we are seeking candidates with flexibility to work a range of shifts as required.

The successful applicants will play an active role within our multidisciplinary team. You will work alongside Specialty Doctors, therapy staff, volunteers and other vital members of the MDT taking a holistic approach in providing the best possible outcomes for each patient.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Providing support, leadership, recognition and supervision to other members of the team

Sharing knowledge and expertise with other staff through formal and informal teaching.

Acting as a mentor to student nurses

Producing accurate, timely and complete records

About us

About us

Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice is in the heart of Headingley, Leeds. We provide expert palliative care at a time when people need this the most. We support you when you are living with a life-limiting condition, and also help your loved ones and family.